PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOL ASSISTANT

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated Assistant for their Pre-Primary School team to provide outstanding care and support for children. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, adaptability, and a genuine interest in child development. This role involves assisting teachers, supervising activities, and implementing daily routines. Written applications should be sent to the HR Manager at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a professional, reliable and responsible approach.
• Show patience, consistency and sound judgement while working with young children.
• Caring and professional manner with genuine interest in child development.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in delivering a safe, structured, engaging learning environment.
• Supervise children attentively during activities.
• Set up and assist with daily routines and activities.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Adaptability and organisation

Education

Previous experience in an educational or childcare setting

Basic First Aid training

Job description

COMMENCEMENT DATE: 9 January 2026 – 4 December 2026

SAHETI School is an independent, co-educational, English-medium school dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, whilst promoting the values and ethos of Hellenism. The school is situated in Bedfordview, Johannesburg.

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, caring, and professional Assistant to join our Pre-Primary School team (Grade 000 – Grade R). In this role, you will be responsible for providing outstanding care and support to our children, while following the school’s safeguarding procedures. As an integral member of the team, you will work alongside teachers to uphold the quality of our programme and contribute to the well-being and development of every child in our care.

Qualities

• Demonstrate a professional, reliable and responsible approach.
• Communicate respectfully and positively at all times.
• Show patience, consistency and sound judgement when working with young children.
• Are adaptable, organised and able to follow school procedures.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team while taking initiative when required.

Duties Include

• Assisting teachers in delivering a safe, structured and engaging learning environment.
• Supervising children attentively during classroom, outdoor and routine activities.
• Supporting the implementation of daily routines and age-appropriate programmes.
• Encouraging children’s independence and modelling positive behaviour.
• Helping with mealtimes, hygiene, toileting and general classroom organisation.
• Setting up activities in the classroom and on the playground.
• Assisting with Morning Care on a rotational basis.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an educational or childcare setting (preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring and professional manner with a genuine interest in child development.
• Ability to work flexibly and contribute to the operational needs of the school.
• Basic First Aid training is advantageous.
• A clear criminal record.

Written applications and detailed curriculum vitae, including the names of two current referees, should be addressed to: HR Manager at [e-mail]

SAHETI School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date of this vacancy, should a suitable candidate be found. Submitting a CV does not entitle the applicant to automatically be called for an appointment. Failure to meet the pre-requisites of the advertised post will automatically disqualify applicants from consideration for the post. Should an applicant not hear from the school within two weeks of the closing date, it must be assumed that their application was not successful.

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